River KY

Tradewater River

Kentucky • 37.3957, -87.8897
Length
136 mi
218 km
Elevation
698′ → 326′
372 ft drop
Stream Order
7
Large River
Slope
0.05%
2.7 ft/mi
Drainage
1,001 mi²
2,594 km²
Avg Flow
1,276 cfs
1.4 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
1,082 mi
1,741 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

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Water Level Gauges on Tradewater River

There are 2 USGS water level monitoring stations on Tradewater River providing real-time flow and stage data.

Access Sites on Tradewater River

There are 8 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Tradewater River.